Gill Net Pulled out of Seal's Mouth

Gill nets are illegal in most parts of the world because they are too destructive even for countries that rely on the fishing industry as a primary source of income. Gill nets kill any living creature that gets entangled: the targeted fish species as well as any other kind of endangered or not endangered fish, as well as dolphins, turtles, and seals. They are difficult to spot because gill nets are designed to be invisible under water. The fishing line used for gill nets its very thin but strong, made to resist even immense amount of pressure and resistance from the struggling animal.
This seal rescue takes a lot longer than usual because the team have to remove every little piece of the net, including the part of the net that is caught in the seal's mouth. The rescuers are at great risk to get bitten by the injured animal and they are as careful as they can be. Luckily they succeed, and for this seal, the gill net will become a distant memory. For most other animals, it is the final one. 🦭
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[@lindac6032]

What a good patient...he really didn't even need to be told to behave.😉 Even suffering from that nasty gill net, the seal seems to realize that you are there to help. Well done, guys!🦭🙏💙

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

He did really well! 💪

[@fatdad64able]

@@OceanConservationNamibia Yells at seal:" BEHAVE!" Seal:"HEY! What you think I am doing this whole time??"

[@CBlargh]

@@fatdad64able When you see how sharp those teeth needles are, you understand why it never hurts to give a reminder...

[@apj341]

@@fatdad64able

[@fatdad64able]

@@apj341 Bolt gun.

[@pcbacklash_3261]

I love how thorough these guys are. They don't quit until that last piece of entanglement is removed, no matter how long it takes! I'm glad the seal was so well-behaved! :-D

[@judithmcbride4023]

Our AMAZING TEAM is so Kind! So Patient! No One does it better!! A Thousand thank you’s , to each one of you!!🙏🙏🦭🦭🦭✂️✂️✂️😘😍🥰👏👏👏👏👏!!!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much😀🙏

[@Luke-ofStoke-Factor]

What???? They ripped the line off@!!! Imagine them Ripping the Line Out of YOUR MOUTH LIKE THAT. READY LET'S TRY SHALL WE??????

[@ArDeeMee]

@@Luke-ofStoke-Factor You go do it better, then. Really get your fingers between their teeth, see how you like it. 🤷‍♀️

[@Luke-ofStoke-Factor]

@@ArDeeMee ...or lets rip it out with no tranquilizers......

[@RazorbackLopez]

You guys are becoming masterful at working around the mouths without getting bitten, and without harming the seal. Great rescue!

[@nomebear]

"Seal Management Skills", they're over the top.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!😀🙏

[@audreychandler967]

You guys must send scouts out to look for the seals that need rescue.. and the organize the game plan. Amazing how you find them.

[@HPaul-uq3ps]

Admiration for the OCN team for doing this important job day in and day out. So many of these lovely creatures would be suffering or dead without you. Thanks for your dedication.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much😀🙏

[@user-uw6ww7lw2o]

انة عمل رائع ويستحق الاعجاب

[@Jim-hw1xr]

The pup was so relaxed. Nice work guys.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Yes!😀 Thanks🙏

[@lindac6032]

I appreciate the painstaking care you guys always use when handling a tricky entanglement. Your outstanding teamwork is so important for a successful rescue. Be safe!🦭👍👏

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Much appreciated!🙏

[@tabby73]

I swear they know you're there to help. They are animals, doesn't mean they're stupid. They know. Great team work guys 👍👍👍

[@michaelbondick575]

What a difference in behavior from the beginning to now the seal’s seem to know you all are there to help. Simply amazing.🕊🙏🏼🕊

[@lorettaannejohnson6108]

Such a calm seal! He definitely knew you were there to help him. You talk to the seals in such calming tones, while discussing how to remove the gill net from his mouth. After this rescue, the seal literally raced to the water! Very nicely done team!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much😀🙏

[@marieslabbert6009]

Because you guys were so calm, your patient was just the goodest boy or girl. Well done! 👏👏👏

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you 😃🙏

[@ullmannone]

You guys have more balls than a practice gymnasium ...and more soul than a sneaker shop! Thank you for doing what you do every time!

[@knightdragon5640]

Another success! And I love the way you all talk to the seals as though they are a frightened child. So comforting. 🧡

[@lynngreene1993]

Pretty darn obvious on that one that that pup KNEW you were all there to help it!! Not one growl or bite!!! Bless that furry bubba (Antoine's seal talk may have helped lol) Thanks guys X X X

[@hendriklurse6518]

I hate those gill nets 😢 thank you Naude and Team OCN for saving his life ❤️ greetings to all 😊🙋🏻

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Horrible stuff!😢 Thank you for the support 🙏

[@id10t98]

Hello from the States, Hendrik! I hope this finds you and yours doing excellent, doing just fine over here! Say hello to Paqui m for me!

[@hendriklurse6518]

@@id10t98 Hi Greg 😊 I'm fine, thanks 😊

[@colinashby3775]

As an arm chair expert, I applaud your work.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much🙏

[@fyrerose83]

Brava gents! What a good puppy, I am surprised he didn't try to fight you more, then again you had the seal whisperer with you. Well done gents. Stay safe and warm!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Very good indeed 😃 Thank you very much and same to you 😀

[@serendipity9649]

I love it,..... "you behave!" Thank you for all you do for these seals!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

😆 😅 Our pleasure 😊

[@raymondrak961]

Another great rescue. Guessing the seals lack of resistance might be due to lack of food. Wallys smile comment to the seal reminds me of my dentist visits. Great patience and teamwork by OCN.

[@deafahrenbruch1055]

He seemed strong, though, as he quickly ran into the water.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

They sometimes stop fighting the rescuers out of shock. They do seem to feel relief once a tight entanglement has been cut, they can breathe again, and that feeling might distract them. Rescues are stressful for an already stressed out animal, but unfortunately there is no better way 😉

[@sarguero]

That was difficult but OCN experience is gold, even the seal knows she is in the BEST hands.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thanks 😀

[@TXMEDRGR]

Great teamwork and wonderful input from the whole team. Another masterclass in cooperation and teamwork.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much😀🙏

[@dawnchattin5935]

I am so proud of you guys. You have been working so hard to develop teamwork, and today was successful in many ways. Good work, guys!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much😀🙏

[@AniFam]

Working closer to the seal’s mouth could be risky, but I’m sooo glad to see that the seal was very calm~💞 Thank you for saving the seal~🤗

[@nomebear]

Human intervention made the seal"s day.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Nice when they are this calm 😊 Thank you for the view 😀

[@dav1dsm1th]

Unfortunately, being illegal only makes a difference if you also have the resources (and will) in place to police the ban. Another great rescue by the OCN team. Stay safe and awesome out there.

[@nanushinthetube7065]

Resources or will. Beastly.

[@dav1dsm1th]

@@nanushinthetube7065 Without the political will, the money won't be spent on the resources needed to police the ban. Everything starts with voting the right people into power.

[@CaSCHWANK]

not to mention, even if they stop being used and even produced completely, it will still likely be years before the ones that have already been discarded are neutralized or removed to the point where they are no longer a threat in the waters :(

[@ElsieDreamWorld]

Not nice work, Naude, fantastic work, incredible work! You are all so great in your rescues. And this one was particularly complicated, but I’m amazed how patient the seal was, as if he knew you were helping. Thanks a million, OCN!

[@coraleecossey3320]

I GIVE SO MUCH CREDIT TO YOU GUYS. HELPING THESE POOR SEALS. IT'S UNREAL THE THINGS THAT YOU PULL OFF OR OUT OF THESE SEALS.ALL OF THIS GARBAGE IS FROM MAN AND DIRTY LAZY PEOPLE. I THANK YOU ALL FOR WHAT YOU DO. GOD BLESS YOUR HEARTS.

[@alm5693]

"All right Denzil, see you back at the car". Lol, poor Denzil. Hate to think how this would have gone with an uncooperative seal.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

😆 😅 😉

[@carinabusegeanu4335]

You guys are just amazing! You save more lives in a year than all of us put together!

[@ellenschneider7787]

Wow-can’t believe that no fingers were harmed in the making of this movie. Everyone, including Denzil the cautious one, had their fingers millimeters from those sharp teeth. Must have been those magical words from Tony the seal charmer. Great job gentlemen 👍🦭🌊💙

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

😅😳 Thank you very much 🙏

[@dantheman5745]

It always feels like such a treat when I see the video is longer than 2 or 3 minutes. Then I realize, it is probably due to complications. Always feels so go to see the seal(s) plunge back into the water at the end, though.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much🙏

[@fannycraddock99]

Another outstanding rescue from the SSS (Seal Surgeons of the Sea). Such a tricky operation with a very happy outcome. Sweet talking Tony told the seal to behave and he did. Stay safe and always count your fingers after each rescue.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Hehe.. Thank you very much😀🙏

[@sweetdaisy9918]

Lovely...

[@p__b__3749]

You guys have the precision and trust of the best surgical teams in the world. So well done!

[@93elencanto]

Another great rescue by the crew! Fantastic!! I think the seals actually hear you as they are so patient.

[@preetpalak]

Thank you so much for caring sealife and helping them🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Our pleasure!😊

[@heddygirafe2195]

Wow! This rescue required even greater patience and expertise than usual. Well done guys! You can see how the seals get entangled in this stuff. It's almost invisible, so I guess they just swim into it. I'm so glad these seals have such a great team looking out for them!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much 😀🙏

[@tinamcgraw5935]

Amazing job guy's! Thank you for saving the Seals! Have a great day!⚘

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much 🙏 Have a great day😀

[@mlhart3741]

You guys are amazing... difficult rescue, and even dealing with the frustration of not seeing the net, and concern to not stress out the 'patient' you still - always - make sure to put the pieces of damaging plastic into a bag, and not leave them on the beach. I am so impressed and inspired by what you all do. Thank you! ❤❤🦭

[@grannybee]

That's so sad how we humans are putting seals lives in danger with our pollution. Well done. Your team were is fantastic.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Tragic that it has come to this! We can all do a bit better 😉 Thank you very much for the support😀🙏

[@shirleylaboy603]

He knew you were trying to help him. Tonys you behave always makes me laugh. Thanks guys another great save. 🙂❤

[@gambog6684]

Brilliant work guys, and a very cooperative young juvenile. Well done all at OCN.

[@tinasolomon8886]

What a good pup! She/he knows you guys are there to help. Love you guys!! Awesome job!!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Right!? Thank you so very much 😀🙏

[@gemmacruz8529]

I love seeing Tony and Wally working together! Altough you are not vets or vet nurses.. I love listening how you are going to approach to get the best outcome. The Flash is also amazing following instructions! Thank you & well done, guys! What a team!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Wow thank you so very much 😀🙏

[@theDgrader]

The news that you guys are there to help must be spreading throughout the colony. You're making it look easy these days :)

[@user-vf7uh1rh1c]

На каких людях держится наш мир?? Именно на этих! Они спасают природу! Перед кем я преклоню голову? Перед охотниками??? Нет! Только те, кто спасает животных, заслуживают уважения! Желаю им здоровья, благополучия и успехов в их нелегкой работе!

[@VirtualShopkeeper-DeeDee]

Awesome teamwork! Such a relief for that little guy!

[@davesflix]

As always appreciate your good work.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much😀🙏

[@ellenschneider7787]

Did anyone else see the eye roll the seal gave when Wally told him “ give me a big smile“ Yeah sure buddy 😅🦭

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

😆 😅 😂

[@lindac6032]

Antoine is usually so stoic...for him to react like that, the sea water must be *really* cold! 🥶

[@ellenschneider7787]

I learned a new French swear word today “ oh cra…gosh” 😉

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

😆 😅🤭😂

[@lindac6032]

@@ellenschneider7787 It could have been worse... 😂

[@user-rr1nb6wv9b]

Спасибо, ребята! Вы самые-самые добрые! Благодаря вам мир становится добрее! 😘😘😘😘😘

[@-freespirit-3314]

Heroes of Mother Nature 🙏🏻 🏆 🥂

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

😀🙏

[@michi24580]

Now this was a perfect rescue guys. a bit time consuming but successful. made definitely my day

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Wow thank you 😀🙏 Have a good one 😉

[@wordreet]

Great and patient work once again from you guys! 🏆❤ Aaarrrggghhh!!! Makes me so angry to see that garbage still being used!!!! It's been banned in so many countries around the world, including Namibia!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Horrible stuff! Thank you very much for the support 😀🙏

[@user-dc7lh4fd1j]

Спасибо вам огромное за помощь этим прекрасным существам, вы настоящие человеки

[@michaelmcgrath7712]

Just spotting that is incredible. Such good work you do.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!😀🙏

[@marcelm.1941]

Guys, just can't stop getting amused by what you do so bravely and untiringly! You are truly heroes

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Wow thank you so much 😀

[@Mo-ix4ov]

There are some rescues after which I take a deep sigh of relief. This is definitely one of those. I feel like I can breath better now. Thanks for your fabulous work guys!!! Well done. Love and admiration to you all and your cute little patient.

[@nomebear]

I had the sound turned off while watching, and I totally agree, big sigh of relief.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you so much for caring!🙏

[@tanjatrifonova840]

'You behave, puppy! And give a big smile' 😄 Thank you so much for your fantastic job ❤🦭

[@l.faraday8767]

I’m sure the seals respond to Antoine’s soothing voice. Teamwork, great rescue! ❤️🇨🇦❤️

[@tessjones5987]

Sadistic gill net. Torture. Thank you for saving this little seal. Bless OCN. Great team work.

[@nadineharris9966]

Thank you OCN for all that you do for the seals.👍👍👍👍

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Our pleasure😊

[@normadecardenas483]

He behaves so well like he knew that you were there to help him. Thank you so much for saving his life. 🦭🦭🏃🏼‍♂️🏃🏼‍♂️🏃🏼‍♂️🏃🏼‍♂️👏🙏

[@robsonbandera1394]

Que trabalho fantástico. Acompanho todos os resgates que vocês fazem

[@minnie7700]

The way you speak to the animals is so endearing! ❤️

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you😊

[@JL11775]

That pup knew he was being saved. Great teamwork!!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you 🙏

[@blondeboudicca]

I just love these men who rescue the seals in Namibia! They contribute more to animal wellbeing in one day than an army of opinionated couch potatoes ! Good job guys! You’re truly doing God’s work 💙

[@terrigelbaum8066]

Heros all.....you guys rock. I love it when the seals quite down because they know you're helping.

[@nanushinthetube7065]

What a lovely little patient. Lucky he was saved in time.

[@PatricesProjects]

That seal behaved so well. Great job guys. Excellent teamwork.

[@annstuart3970]

Another happy seal, that understands being patient with guys who come to help. 👍👣✋👀✂️💪🌟👏

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Indeed 👍💪😀

[@manohar2962]

మీ యొక్క సహనం నిజంగా చాలా గొప్పది. మీరే రియల్ heros. 🙏🙏🙏

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

మీకు చాలా కృతజ్ఞతలు🙏

[@rosirenesilva2559]

AMO VOCÊS POR FAZEREM ESTE TRABALHO LINDO, DEUS ABENÇOE VOCÊS 😇😇😇

[@pjglory3348]

Wow, those fine nets are horrible. You guys did a great job removing it!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

They really are... Thank you very much 🙏

[@jasonshull3106]

Thanks guys for your great work

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Our pleasure!😊

[@lisag5670]

Awwww what a good little pup. I love the way Tony talks to the seals. I have to say you guys work so well together. I believe your really making a difference with this population. Thanks again for another life saved 🙏🦭❤️

[@karendavies1936]

Fabulous teamwork guys!!! Well done freeing the little baby!!!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much😀🙏

[@wildnfree101]

Well done people, nice one. Here's a big 'THANK YOU' on behalf of the seal.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much😀🙏

[@patpierce4854]

Kudos to the team for this rescue! Amazing how still the seal stayed throughout.

[@birdiemomcarol6554]

Awww so sweet that seal kept looking up at Wally and knew they were all there to help. As always Antoine knows how to calm them down with his calming voice 😊

[@doro8856]

Well done! Thank you guys.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you😀🙏

[@trishengard8388]

The gill nets are awful, it just kept going. Thank you guys for getting it all bit by bit 😇 hopefully he's off for a snack 💙💙💙 Team OCN you guys are angels 😇😇🙏🙏💙💙

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Horrible.. Thank you so much for all the support🙏

[@trailimagesphotography6635]

Bravo OCN Team. A very methodical and delicate removal. Patient left with a big smile on his face !...😃

[@nomorecensoringme]

Awful, rotten, horrible, gill net. Thank you for patiently and thoroughly removing all of that stuff from the seal's face.

[@Artur-vh3nk]

Well done guys!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you 😀

[@makesmecrazy6572]

That seal was ready for y'all to cut that line off. His eyes had a calm look. Great job guys.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Yeah, thank you 😀👍

[@julietheodore3936]

OCN Team!! You get better and better 👏👏. You do everything so carefully not to hurt the seals. Wonderful 👍👍❤️❤️

[@scruffysmommy]

This seal is so blessed!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for ALL that you guys do!! Can you imagine what he is feeling right now!! You guys are the absolute best!!. Much love to you. 💕 🦭🇳🇦

[@Sergeant_Fury]

I love the way Toni talks to the seals. He reminds me of the Gary Larson cartoon of the guy telling off his dog for going through the garbage. With Toni its, "Be a good puppy, don't bite, we're doing this for your own good, poor baby..." and what the seal hears, "Blah-blah-blah-blah-blah-blah" all the while waiting for his chance to take a chunk out of Toni's hand.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

😆 😅 😂

[@Fantic156]

Awesome bro ... damn straight. And what a great little seal that seemed to 'know' he was being helped and didn't struggle much for you. Great stuff!!

[@DaveKraft1]

Man, there's gotta be some kind of naturalist award coming your way for the work you guys do. Thanks so much!!

[@theyoungcommander]

I never get bored of these videos. I can sit and watch them for an hour straight. Like everyone in the comments, we are grateful for you guys' work.

[@lujeancastleberry7310]

With all the seals you run thru you guys don't get more love bites poor sweet baby thank you

[@meghanvidler9147]

I swear he knew you were there to help him and that is why he was so co-operative.

[@susancrawford2343]

You folks are wonderful! Thank you for what you do!

[@missyrambow7702]

You all make a great team! Thank you for doing what you do for these beautiful seals!

[@sarahmills7878]

Great work guys. The seal was so patient.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you and yes it was 😀

[@marilynwright7212]

, I have a warm feeling in my heart for the tem and the animals. God bless you

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you🙏

[@Littlebit31]

It’s so awesome to always see the team working these amazing rescues!

[@mantailuaa]

I love your uplifting spirits Wally! Thank you once again.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Yay! Thanks 😀

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Please visit our website www.ocnamibia.org to find out more about our work and how to support us. 🦭🦭🦭

[@sasquatchrosefarts]

You need a plastic cone. Like a "kill cone" for chickens, but for helping seals. Cut a plastic water barrel, into a cone that can be wrapped around a seal. Then you can hold a seal, and just have their mouth exposed.

[@magdalenapantaleon4181]

P

[@lisaproustresearch]

Your love and amazing work warms my heart every day ! When I see seals that « behave and relax » I attribute it to the immense love & respect the whole team projects with their energy. As cute as Tony’s voice is for us your hear, is deeply important for the seal who clearly doesn’t understand the language but obviously can detect the energy that his beautiful words carry. I couldn’t love this channel more! You are angels !

[@daveb6470]

Well done guys... you help restore faith in humanity

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much😀🙏

[@HuseyinSahin-rx9zb]

Thank you very much for helping these animals.